Stephen R. Izard, MD, PhD, is board certified in internal medicine. He received his bachelor’s degree, master’s degree and doctorate from the University of Mississippi. Dr. Izard received his medical degree from the University of Mississippi and completed his residency at Fitzsimons Army Medical Center in Denver, Colo. After serving for two years at Moncrief Army Hospital at Fort Jackson, Dr. Izard founded First Care and has been its medical director since January 1985. Dr. Izard is a U.S. Army veteran and long-time resident of Columbia, S.C. He has a keen interest in occupational medicine and serves as the primary provider for occupational medicine services for several local businesses in addition to other professional obligations throughout the state. Dr. Izard has been married for more than 45 years, has four children and one granddaughter. His hobbies include woodworking, gardening and church-related activities.